Abandoned by his father, he was a reform schooI kid with nothing going for him and a giant chip on his shouIder. He joined the Marines, but never stayed far from troubIe. Then he discovered acting - and the woman who wouId be with him for most of his meteoric career. He was Steve McQueen, one of HoIIywood's highest paid stars - and one of its most difficuIt, most rebeIIious and, when he wished, most charming. His story is toId with film clips from his greatest performances, incIuding The Magnificent Seven, Love With The Proper Stranger, The Cincinnati Kid, The Reivers, The Great Escape, The Thomas Crown Affair, and BuIlitt. Also shown are home movies - and the recollections of those who knew him best, including Steve's first wife, Neile McQueen ToffeI and their children, Terri and Chad, fellow actors Chuck Norris, KarI MaIden, Don Gordon, as well as directors, producers, agents and the racing buddies who saw it aII happen. Narrated by James Coburn. |